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New Jersey Man Arrested After Using a ‘Ghost Gun’ To Defend Himself Against Two Home Invaders

BRIDGETON, NJ — A home invasion turned deadly in Cumberland County has put New Jersey’s strict ghost gun laws into sharp focus. Silvestre Marroquin, 31, was fatally shot in an Upper Deerfield residence after reportedly breaking in on Monday night. The homeowner, 24-year-old Kevin Lucero, informed police he acted in defense against two intruders. While not charged with the shooting,…

Washington Post Home Invasion Op-Ed Critique: A Case for Proper Firearm Readiness and Safety

In a recent opinion piece for The Washington Post, a former staff writer described his harrowing experience with a home intruder and his decision not to use his firearm. While the writer’s restraint is commendable, the situation sheds light on several misconceptions and tactical errors regarding home defense. The op-ed mentions the writer’s hesitation to use his gun, stored trigger-locked…

Mebane Homeowner Fatally Shoots 1 of 3 Home Intruders, But Succumbs to Injuries

MEBANE, NC – A tragic event unfolded this past Sunday morning, as a home invasion turned deadly. While the details are still emerging, the incident highlights the difficult choices individuals face when confronted with violent crime in their own homes. According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office police report, a 58-year-old man was forced to defend himself and his family…

Ex-Girlfriend’s Mother Shoots Ex-Boyfriend After He Fires Warning Shot

ATLANTA, GA – While we at USA Carry never recommend firing warning shots, this recent incident in Atlanta serves as a stark reminder of the importance of self-defense preparedness. On February 28th, a man arrived at his ex-girlfriend’s residence on Beecher Road around 12:46 am, escalating an ongoing dispute. According to an Atlanta PD report, he confronted her family outside…

A Comprehensive Guide to Louisiana’s Permitless Concealed Carry Law: Decoding Senate Bill 1

On February 28, 2024, the Louisiana House passed Senate Bill 1 in a majority 75-28 vote. The bill, authored by USPSA Grand Master and member of the Louisiana Senate, was pushed through the House with little opposition. Previously, Louisiana had a bill land on the desk of the former governor, John Bel Edwards, only to be swiftly vetoed. Senate Bill…

San Antonio Homeowner Shoots Suspect in Both Legs in Car Burglary Attempt; Police Seek Second Suspect

SAN ANTONIO, TX – In the early hours of Tuesday morning, around 3:30 a.m., a homeowner witnessed two individuals attempting to break into his car on Caribou Creek, near the intersection of Farm-to-Market 78 and Woodlake Parkway. The homeowner, armed with a handgun, confronted the would-be burglars, resulting in him opening fire and hitting one of the suspects in both…

Louisiana Set to Become 28th State to Embrace Constitutional Carry as Bill Heads to Governor’s Desk

Louisiana is on the brink of becoming the 28th state to embrace constitutional carry, marking a monumental triumph for the Second Amendment and the rights of its law-abiding citizens. The Louisiana House has resoundingly passed Senate Bill 1 with a vote of 75-28, a move that not only exemplifies the state’s commitment to the fundamental right of self-defense but also…

Intruder Shot and Killed in Break-In at Historic St. Louis Masonic Lodge

ST. LOUIS, MO – Early Wednesday morning, a break-in at a historic Masonic lodge in St. Louis’s Central West End ended with the intruder being fatally shot. The confrontation occurred at the Tuscan Lodge No. 360 A.F. & A.M., a building recognized on the National Register of Historic Places since 1975, located mere blocks from Forest Park. Authorities reported that…